Happy Valentine's Day to my hamsters. People looking to adopt/buy a guinea pig in India, and don't have previous experience with guinea pigs should consider these factors: 1. Guinea pigs (or hamsters) are extremely delicate pets. They are very shy and very sensitive to touch and sound. Even a sneeze scares them, so ideally they should have their own space. 2. They are very selective about food. In India, they are exotic animals, so they prefer/thrive on imported pellets/timothy hay (though they will still survive without them). They should ideally be fed every 4-5 hours. Someone should be at home to feed them 3. They are social - they should be kept in pairs and never alone. They can die of depression if they are alone. 4. They breed rapidly. Within 6 months, you may go from 2 guinea pigs to 6 guinea pigs (has happened to me). Their mortality rate is high - the mother and babies have low survival rate, especially when bred multiple times. 5. To avoid breeding, it is best to keep 2 female guinea pigs or 2 males together. While females get along well, sometimes, males may not get along and may hurt each other. 6. Very important: Most Indian vets don't have much experience in treating guinea pigs. If your pig falls sick, there is little medical cure. 7. In chilling winter, they need a heater, and in scorching summer, a fan or air conditioning. 8. Their bedding needs to be changed regularly because they urinate frequently. 9. Most importantly, they may choose to ignore you and may not always reciprocate your affection. In that sense, some guinea pigs can be like cats. 10. Your dog/cat may or may not like guinea pigs. #pigs#pets#guineapigs#hamsters#dogs#cats#rats#instapets#india#indianpets#valentineday

2017 has been a strong year, and I want to build on that in 2018. I wish to re-align my career, get stronger physically, and invest further in relationships. Idea credit: @runningworld #resolution#fitness

At Parnell Baths, Auckland. Amazing view. Located by the sea. Nice long n wide pool. I was keen to fit in a swim in a very hectic NZ trip. So I rushed to Parnell Baths, not knowing these are salt water pools, and I don't enjoy salt water, but it was a blessing in disguise since I had developed fresh blisters under both my feet because of barefoot running earlier that day. Soaking my body in that pool was great. It's a 2m deep pool, and as a new swimmer, am not yet comfortable with that depth. #parnell

Hi everyone, I will be running the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon on 19 Nov to fundraise for Friendicoes - a 36-year old organisation that looks after orphaned animals, sick stray desis, and abandoned pets.
Sometimes people abandon pets when the dog/cat gets sick; sometimes they abandon just because their family situation changes. These pets need help.
Then there are stray animals that are abused, or fall sick. They need help.
The Friendicoes shelter usually overflows with rescued animals, and runs out of space to accommodate more.
Even when rescued pets are put up for adoption, the number of people adopting a desi, or even a pedigree, is usually less than the number of dogs waiting for a home.
There is a dire need for more to be done for these voiceless animals, as the current facilities are too few and the need is far too much.
Your donation will help feed and provide medical assistance to animals in the shelter. Please donate whatever you can - no amount is too small or too big 😊
Pl use the link in the bio. #ADHM#RUNNING # MARATHON #DELHI#PETS#ANIMALS#CHARITY#FUNDRAISER#WORLDERUNNERS#RUNNERSWORLD#FITNESS#HEALTH#WEIGHTLOSS#INDIA#STREETPHOTOGRAPHY#INSTARUNNERS

That's my running companion. For the past few weeks, I am trying to transition to barefoot running. Which means I am now trying to run in these sandals before I go for either a Luna or fivefingers. I am also doing brief and occasional barefoot runs, less than a km, just to get a feel. And I can confirm that I am enjoying this transition so far. #nrc#adidasrunnersin#barefoot#runnersworld#health#milindsoman